Troubleshooting - Honda Outboard Motor BF2A Owner's Manual

IO. TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Will Not 'Start:
1. Is there fuel in the fuel tank?
2. Is the fuel cap vent knob turned to ON?
3. Is fuel reaching the carburetor?
Loosen the carburetor drain screw to see if there is fuel in the carburetor
float bowl.
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If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before testing
the spark plug or starting the engine. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite.
4. Is the spark plug firing?
a. Remove and inspect the spark plug. Clean and dry the plug, and
check the electrode gap (page 30).
b. Install the spark plug in its cap, and ground the side electrode to any
engine ground.
c. Pull the recoil starter briskly, and see if the plug sparks.
d. If the spark plug is OK, reinstall it, and try to start the engine.
If the plug does not spark, try the same test with a new spark plug. If there
is still no spark, take the outboard motor to an authorized Honda dealer for
repair.
Extension Case Overheats:
1. Is the water intake clogged?
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